Siriraj Hosts 2024 CAMPUS Asia International Symposium & Faculty Meeting to Enhance Medical Cooperation in Asia

The Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, hosted the 2024 CAMPUS Asia International Symposium & Faculty Meeting on January 9th – 10th, 2025, at the Sirindhorn Conference Room, 1st Floor, Chalermprakiat Building.

The event was opened with a welcome address by Professor Apichat Asavamongkolkul, M.D., Dean of the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, followed by an opening ceremony presided over by Professor Piyamitr Sritara, M.D., President of Mahidol University.

The symposium was organized under the CAMPUS Asia network, a collaborative initiative comprising seven leading medical institutions from Japan, South Korea, and China, including Osaka University, Yonsei University, Guangdong Pharmaceutical University, Peking University, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, and Tsinghua University. The Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital joined this prestigious network in 2022.

In his opening speech, Professor Piyamitr Sritara emphasized the importance of international cooperation in advancing medical education and research. He noted that in today’s interconnected world, healthcare challenges know no borders. Success in addressing emerging diseases, developing new treatments, or training the next generation of medical professionals increasingly depends on collaboration across institutions, cultures, and national boundaries.

The symposium featured keynote presentations from international experts on compelling topics, including “Megatrends and University Resilience: Strategies for Survival and Success” by Professor Piyamitr Sritara, “Health Literacy Development in China” by Professor Chun CHANG from Peking University, and “Health in the Era of AI and Big Data” by Professor Min ZHANG from Tsinghua University. The program also included research presentations from faculty members and graduate students from member institutions.

The event included faculty meetings to discuss various collaborative initiatives, such as student exchange programs, joint curriculum development, and research partnerships. Participants also toured key facilities at Siriraj Hospital, including the Center of Interventional Radiology, Stroke Unit, and Center of Applied Thai Traditional Medicine.

The CAMPUS Asia network exemplifies meaningful collaboration that drives innovation in medical science and education. This network not only facilitates knowledge exchange but also builds bridges that will benefit patients and communities across the region, aligning with Mahidol University’s vision of becoming a world-class university.

Professor Apichat remarked, “This symposium represents a crucial opportunity for exchanging knowledge and experiences among Asia’s leading medical institutions. It will lead to enhanced academic and research collaboration, elevating medical education and healthcare services in the region while fostering strong and sustainable partnerships for the future.”